Post pics of your bag you carry into park

[MamaCoog]

We use a Vera Bradley large backpack as our diaper bag. I bought it right before our last Disney trip this past February. It isnt cheap (about $100) but I love it. It hangs from the stroller perfectly and holds plenty of stuff in lots of pockets.
Here it is hanging from the stroller at DTD in front of Rainforest Cafe:

 

[TrueLove's1stKiss]

Would you go for Baggilini ripstop or crinkle nylon? I'm ready to make my purchase. Also does your Dh ever wear your Baggilini? I'm hoping he won't mind & that it isn't to woman-ish.....

 

[iScrap]

Would you go for Baggilini ripstop or crinkle nylon? I'm ready to make my purchase. Also does your Dh ever wear your Baggilini? I'm hoping he won't mind & that it isn't to woman-ish.....

I picked the crinkle nylon because it seemed softer and more durable than the rip stop (it's definitely a thicker material). And I ordered it in black so that the man won't feel funny wearing it and sharing the load. It looks just fine on him.

 

[janiebegood]

In my eternal quest for the Perfect Bag, I found this:

http://www.verabradley.com/Site/Store/ProductDetail.aspx?colorid=81&sku=10378:81

It's a Vera Bradley Hipster, but it's not the same kind I ordered in patterned cotton and returned. It's a little bigger, it's made of black microfiber, and it has a wealth of organizational pockets both inside and out.

I actually found one of these in a store in Florida last week and almost bought it then for $72, but waited until I got home and found it on sale at the VB site for $54! It has outside pockets, two inside slip pockets, pen holders and a small outside slip-in pocket. I think it may be The One! *fingers crossed*

 

[burberryplaid]

I'm another satisfied Overland Donner customer! I love that it's easy to carry and stow on rides (if necessary) I have pockets for water, and I think it's fashionable.

 

[darcyt]

I love the Donner for the airport. I prefer the smaller Placer once I get to WDW. If I have a bigger bag, I'll fill it up with things I just might need (or wind up carrying my compadres' stuff). At the end of the day my back will be killing me, so I'm better off with a smaller bag with limits!

The OE Loie style is also excellent. It's been discontinued, but can be found on sale on the web. It's about the size of Donner, but a different shape with a thinner strap. Those cross body styles with organizational features are so handy for travel.

 

[haleakala]

Trying to decide which bag to purchase to carry in the parks, and was hoping people could post pictures of them wearing their bags or just simply a picture of their bag if they have it. Also, don't forget to include the name of the bag and the color you chose. Also, the price if you remember how much you paid. TIA! Can't wait to see everyone's fav bags!

My 22 year old daughter and I went in early May (GREAT time, btw) and we got an Ameribag.
http://www.healthyback.com/products/healthyback/healthy-back-bag-(microfiber)/247

It was the small one and was all we needed. We did not carry a book with us, but had my Palm, a water bottle (fit nicely in an outside pocket), band-aids, suntan lotion, wipes, maps, itinerary, wallet, sunglasses, etc.

What we loved was all the pockets. Made it easy to put our hands right on whatever we were looking for. The zip pockets were good for the really important things, like room keys, and other pockets to stick maps, fast passes and such in and have them easy to grab out. It was also a nice bag to have on the plane.

We did NOT carry extra clothes, socks or make-up. We are fairly low maintenance girls. <G>

 

[haleakala]

My 22 year old daughter and I went in early May (GREAT time, btw) and we got an Ameribag.
http://www.healthyback.com/products/healthyback/healthy-back-bag-(microfiber)/247

My picutre doens't seem to have worked, so here is the link: http://picasaweb.google.com/agilpwd/DisneyWorldMay2008/photo#5202066892499288546

 

[ChristaDeVil]

I have a Baggalini Messenger in Red. Used it in April at WDW. It was AWESOME. So many pockets, so light, so easy to use. It's my Disney bag. However, I do have a Vera Bradley Hipster that I love (in Night Owl). I used it in las Vegas two weeks ago, and it worked great. Not as much storage space as the Baggallini, which works if I'm just hauling stuff for myself. For all three of us, I'll need the Baggalini. (Vera has a Mini Hipster that is cute as a button, too.)

 

[island cricket]

i was thinking of a butt bag...no good? am i completely off the rock (well, i am on an island), will i be snickered at? it's a nice butt bag, heck...all the kids will have one what don't i know? lil' help please

 

[GrumpyMom25]

I had a young man (probably in his mid 20's ... that's young to me) make a rude comment about my fanny pack while standing in line for one of the rides. I pointed out to him that if he were chasing after 5 kids at Disney someday he may consider wearing one as well. We actually ended up chatting with him and his girlfriend while waiting for the ride. Guess the fanny pack just turned out to be a conversation starter.

 

[janiebegood]

Island Cricket, my husband and daughter will both be using fanny packs, and I may be, too, if I can't find anything else I like better. I wouldn't worry about what anyone else thinks -- Your back, neck, and shoulders will thank you at the end of the day if you're wearing all the stuff instead of carrying it.

Waist packs 1) keep your stuff secure, 2) are convenient on rides, and 3) are much easier on your back than a messenger bag, shoulder bag, or backpack.

The big drawback for me (and the reason I'm still fussing over what bag to take) is that it's hard to find one big enough for everything I want to carry, but still small enough to be relatively unobtrusive. I just got an Everest butt pack for $8.95 from Amazon that has two big pockets plus two outside pockets -- one big enough for my camera, the other big enough for my cell phone -- that may suit me just fine. Only problem is there's not really room for ponchos, snacks, and "Line Tamers". But I guess that's what my hubby's butt pack is for!

 

[Lan]

DisneyNDecember,

I got my bag today and I love it even thought I just took it out the box. I was using a bag that I got from walmart. That bag was ok purpose, but things would become lost in it. I do love the pockets and do not have to carry a wallet. My friend who is going with me ordered the olive (green?) one.

 

[DisneyNDecember]

DisneyNDecember,

I got my bag today and I love it even thought I just took it out the box. I was using a bag that I got from walmart. That bag was ok purpose, but things would become lost in it. I do love the pockets and do not have to carry a wallet. My friend who is going with me ordered the olive (green?) one.

I know, I love my Derek Alexander as well. The size, the organization, the weight, it is a PERFECT Disneyworld bag !!!! I can't wait until 11/30/08!!

I just don't get the fascination with the Vera Bradley bags? I think they are a bit "loud" looking, they are not even waterproof, & they do not have enough organization areas for me, but that is why these boards are so great, you can find what works for you & be open to new ideas !!

 

[paula70]

Island Cricket, my husband and daughter will both be using fanny packs, and I may be, too, if I can't find anything else I like better. I wouldn't worry about what anyone else thinks -- Your back, neck, and shoulders will thank you at the end of the day if you're wearing all the stuff instead of carrying it.

Waist packs 1) keep your stuff secure, 2) are convenient on rides, and 3) are much easier on your back than a messenger bag, shoulder bag, or backpack.

The big drawback for me (and the reason I'm still fussing over what bag to take) is that it's hard to find one big enough for everything I want to carry, but still small enough to be relatively unobtrusive. I just got an Everest butt pack for $8.95 from Amazon that has two big pockets plus two outside pockets -- one big enough for my camera, the other big enough for my cell phone -- that may suit me just fine. Only problem is there's not really room for ponchos, snacks, and "Line Tamers". But I guess that's what my hubby's butt pack is for!

I loved the waist pack that we used in 2006! It came reccomended by a some people on these boards. It is High Sierra brand (Not sure exactly which one-they have a ton of options!) I bought it on ebags and used the mousesaver disc. What I loved about ours was it came w/ a shoulder strap, so we could wear it both ways. Actually my DH wore it most of the time-what a trooper. Seriously he didn't mind it one bit! Actually he said he would never in a million years carry a backpack (and I won't either!) so this was a great option! ( I just used a small cross body purse for keys, money chapstick, etc.)

The pack fit a small camcorder, point and shoot camera, snacks, drink mixes, hand sanitizer, sunglasses and more. But believe it or not it doesn't look that big on. The hands free aspect alone was worth the fashion faux paus (sp)! Never once had to take it off for a ride!

I agree that there are a ton of bags out there and this is a great thread to see all kinds of options! Im already eyeing out a couple of cross body purses for our 2009 trip!

Here's a pic of my DH wering it across his body.

 

[iScrap]

I really like that bag! Very cool that it was convertible.

 

[T. Lynn]

where did you get this bag at I love it

I got the bag on disneyshopping.com - but I think it was last year or so.

 

[IndayMichelle]

I use a mini DaKine backpack. I got for about $20 at Zumiez when it was on sale. I love DaKine! I have two of these mini ones, the style is Cosmo, and then one big one that my laptop can fit in. They come in 10 different patterns and colors so there's lots to choose from, and they have a lifetime guarantee!

It's small and light weight. It also has a lot of little compartments in one of the pockets for my park stuff. I love this brand so much! You can get them at Zumiez or REI, or online!

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[bauerchic]

I just got my Heyes bag, and it's so cool! Expandable, water bottle holder, LED light, mirror, passport holder, plastic pocket...seriously, for less than $25, could you ask for more??? So, if you're looking for a more wallet friendly alternative, you might want to check out the Heyes bag. I got mine at HSN.

 

[licountrygirl]

I tried out my Baggalini messenger yesterday for the balloon festival here on Long Island. I didn't even get out the door with it. I pulled everything out and went with my $10 LL Bean little sling bag. (another purchase thanks to the budget board!)

This is what I had in there - 4 water bottles, an xl sweatshirt, a child's sweater (very thin) a small thing of wipes - not the plastic hard one, soft pouch type, a roll of charmin toilet paper - travel size and my license and credit card. Fit all in the bag with squishing it as I zipped it, but once I put it on across my chest, it was horrible. It pushed up my **** and layed on my neck. Granted, I overstuffed it. But I think with the weight of the 4 water bottles, it's just too heavy to sit across your chest like that.

I put all that stuff mentioned in a small sling and it was much better because it doesn't squish your chest or draw everyone's eyes there! A sling can get tiresome on one shoulder, so even though it's not meant to be on the other one, I switched for a few minutes and it was fine.

I can't see packing much lighter for a day in the WDW parks, so I might have to find a different solution. Maybe get everyone to carry their own water!